GR®223 - Biville - Sciotot

The first part of this 22 km stage runs along the top of the dunes in Biville, looking out to sea. (If you prefer, you can leave the GR and walk along the beach on the coastal right-of-way). The sea makes way for this magnificent dune landscape, measuring more than 10 km in length and 500 m in width. A listed Natural Zone of Interest for Ecology, Flora and Fauna, this protected area is home to 183 identified plant and animal species.
Please protect this fragile natural environment: no camping or campfires.
The path then heads back to the sea as you arrive in Siouville-Hague, a top surfing town. Take the opportunity to try this activity at the Cotentin Surf Club.
The GR then heads towards Dielette harbour, before turning left to go round the nuclear power station in Flamanville, built on the site of an old iron mine. In Flamanville, enjoy a stroll in the park of the château, which is accessible free of charge all year round.
In the distance, you can see Flamanville headland. From the top of the cliffs, culminating at 89 m above sea level, there’s an incredible view of the huge beach in Sciotot. You’ll go past the buildings of an old French navy semaphore dating back to 1867. It has been restored and is now a restaurant and a stopover gîte that’s very popular with hikers. The finish is further down, on the fine sandy beach of Sciotot. This is a great spot to watch the surfers hitting the waves and to admire the sun setting over the sea.